Answer: MAKEMONEY

The word "makemoney" is a compound word made up of "make" and "money." "Make" means to create or produce something, while "money" refers to currency or the medium of exchange used in transactions. In the given context, "makemoney" implies earning or generating income, as indicated by the clue "Earn … or what answering the starred clues will do in each case."

Note: The provided meaning of the answer is for the latest New York Times crossword puzzle clue: Earn … or what answering the starred clues will do in each case. Explanations are generated by AI and may be inaccurate.